Visa & Entry

Guides and requirements for entering China.

Decision Cards

Find the right route

These cards are organized from broad to specific. If you are not sure where to begin, start with the general visa guide and then narrow into the medical or exemption scenarios.

Core Guide
Start Here

China Visa Guide

Start here if you need the overall picture of standard entry planning and documentation.

  • Baseline application flow and planning logic
  • Key document categories to review first
  • What to clarify before visiting a visa center
Read the general guide
Medical Scenario
Patient + Family

Medical & Family Visa (S1/S2)

Use this if your treatment path involves a patient stay plus accompanying relatives or caregivers.

  • When S-category visas are relevant
  • How patient and family documentation connect
  • Which invitation and support papers may matter
Review S visa details
Exemption Route
Fast Path

Visa-Free & Transit Exemptions

Check this only if you think your passport or itinerary may qualify for simplified entry.

  • Where 144-hour transit rules may apply
  • How unilateral exemptions differ from standard visas
  • Why itinerary details can determine eligibility
Check exemption options